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Evolution of Strict Tax Interpretation: From Literalism to Purpose in Sterling Holiday Decision

Income Tax : The article argues that the ITAT's interpretation of Sections 2(19AA) and 2(41A) overlooked the anti-surplusage canon, creating su...

July 8, 2026 39 Views 0 comment Print

175 Legal Compliances and Legal Updates for July-2026 in India

CA, CS, CMA : A comprehensive guide covering 175 legal compliances for July 2026 under FEMA, Income Tax, GST, SEBI, Companies Act, Labour Laws, ...

July 6, 2026 55029 Views 2 comments Print

Meaning of Relatives​ Under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : The Income-tax Act does not prescribe a single definition of "relative" for all purposes. Different provisions such as Sections 13...

July 6, 2026 18429 Views 1 comment Print

TDS- Section 194IA Payment on transfer of immovable property

Income Tax : Understand when 1% TDS applies on purchase of immovable property under Section 194-IA. Learn the Rs. 50 lakh threshold, compliance...

July 4, 2026 448014 Views 44 comments Print

Lower / Nil TDS Certificate for NRI Payments: Form 128 & Form 129

Income Tax : This guide explains when NRIs should use Form 128 and when payers should use Form 129 to reduce or eliminate excess TDS. It also c...

July 3, 2026 426 Views 0 comment Print


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Salient Features of Income Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : The issue was complexity in the existing tax law. It was clarified that the new Act simplifies structure by reducing sections and ...

April 29, 2026 9942 Views 0 comment Print

Free Live Webinar: Decoding the New Income Tax Act, 2025

Income Tax : This webinar breaks down the major structural and conceptual changes introduced in the new Income Tax Act, 2025. It helps professi...

April 5, 2026 8724 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Raid Details Cannot Be Shared Due to Legal Confidentiality

Income Tax : The government informed Parliament that taxpayer-specific details of income tax searches cannot be disclosed due to confidentialit...

March 18, 2026 786 Views 0 comment Print

No New Digital Search Powers Under Section 247 of New Income Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : The Government clarified that the new income tax search provision does not expand powers or permit AI-based digital surveillance, ...

February 10, 2026 2145 Views 0 comment Print

Representation for Streamlining Sections 12AB and 80G Registration & Renewal

Income Tax : The representation highlights large-scale pendency and administrative bottlenecks under Sections 12AB and 80G, urging immediate re...

January 8, 2026 5070 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Section 223(1) BNSS Hearing Mandatory Before Cognizance Under Income-tax Act: Madras HC

Income Tax : Madras HC set aside cognizance under the Income-tax Act, holding Section 223(1) BNSS mandates hearing the accused before cognizanc...

July 5, 2026 192 Views 0 comment Print

Section 143(2) Notice & Valid Draft Assessment Mandatory U/s 144C: ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai quashed reassessment after finding no Section 143(2) notice and that the AO issued a final order disguised as a draft ...

July 5, 2026 228 Views 0 comment Print

Section 148 Notice Quashed for Lack of Live Nexus With Seized Material: Gujarat HC

Income Tax : Gujarat HC quashed a Section 148 notice, holding that a seized inquiry register without a live nexus to the assessee cannot justif...

July 5, 2026 210 Views 0 comment Print

Section 149 Limitation Bars Section 148 Reassessment Based on Search Material: Gujarat HC

Income Tax : Gujarat HC quashed Section 148 reassessment as it was issued beyond Section 149 limitation, holding Section 152(3) applies to sear...

July 5, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

Draft Assessment Ignoring Filed Return Set Aside for Fresh Consideration: Madras HC

Income Tax : Madras HC held that merely issuing a corrigendum acknowledging the return did not rectify the defective assessment process and ord...

July 4, 2026 132 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


FAQs on Section 536 Transition Provisions Under Income-Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : CBDT FAQs clarify Section 536 transition rules for summons, searches, recovery, penalties, pending 12AB/80G approvals and LDC/NDC ...

July 6, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Grants Five-Year Scientific Research Recognition to Public Health Foundation

Income Tax : CBDT has approved a scientific research institution under the Income-tax Act, 2025 for tax years 2026-27 to 2030-31. The notificat...

June 25, 2026 333 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Approved University of Hyderabad for Scientific Research Tax Benefits

Income Tax : CBDT has approved the University of Hyderabad for scientific research under Section 45 of the Income-tax Act, 2025. The approval i...

June 25, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Grants Section 35 Approval to Shree Hari Arogyam Foundation

Income Tax : The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions) approved the company under Section 35(1)(iia) for scientific research ...

May 12, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Notifies India-Japan Tax Recovery Pact

Income Tax : The government enforced a tax collection assistance agreement with Japan effective from 8 July 2025. The notification enables cros...

April 2, 2026 984 Views 0 comment Print


Section 292BB doesn’t cure complete absence of notice it cures only manner of service of notice

April 14, 2023 1761 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi held that provisions of section 292BB of the Income tax Act doesn’t cure complete absence of notice. Section seeks to cure only the manner of service of notice.

Sub-letting rental income taxable under ‘income from other sources’

April 14, 2023 19968 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Visakhapatnam held that rent received from sub-letting the property is taxable under the head ‘income from other sources’ and not under the head ‘income from house property’.

What is Income Tax Return & Is it mandatory to file Income Tax Return?

April 14, 2023 62193 Views 2 comments Print

Discover what an Income Tax Return (ITR) is, why it’s mandatory, and the benefits of filing it. Learn about compliance, claiming refunds, financial transactions, and more.

Section 148A: Notice for Non-Furnishing of Income Tax Return, Report/Statement

April 13, 2023 36522 Views 2 comments Print

Discover insights into Section 148A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, addressing notices for non-furnishing of income tax return, report, or statement. Stay informed about the legal implications, penalties, and important case laws. Source: Finance Act 2021, Legal Analysis.

How to File Income Tax Return of Last 3 Years

April 13, 2023 14817 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the secrets of filing Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years. Understand Section 139 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Explore the opportunity provided by Section 139 (8A) to file pending ITRs. Know the limitations and exclusions. Get answers to FAQs about filing updated tax returns. Stay informed to avoid penalties and financial consequences. Source: Income Tax Act, 1961.

Case Law on Filing of Return in Response to Notice under section 148

April 13, 2023 20370 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the case law of ITO vs. Shri R.K. Gupta (ITAT Delhi) regarding filing returns in response to notice under section 148. Understand the importance of proper compliance with the notice for reassessment.

Amount taxed in hands of partner u/s 28(v) allowable in hands of firm u/s 40(b)

April 12, 2023 3099 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Bangalore held that amount taxed in the hands of partner u/s 28(v) needs to be allowed in the hands of the firm u/s 40(b) of the Income Tax Act.

Reassessment proceedings in violation of procedure prescribed u/s 148A(b) is liable to be quashed

April 12, 2023 5106 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay High Court held that initiation of re-assessment proceedings in violation of the procedure prescribed under section 148A(b) of the Income Tax Act i.e. without supplying requisite material is bad in law and liable to be set aside.

Agriculture Income & Its Taxation

April 11, 2023 96399 Views 1 comment Print

Understand agriculture income and its taxation in India. Learn about exemptions, reporting, and the Income Tax Act’s Section 10(1) provisions. File your Income Tax Return (ITR) accurately.

Invocation of revision jurisdiction u/s 263 ignoring order passed u/s 153A unjustified

April 11, 2023 2292 Views 0 comment Print

Calcutta High Court held that invocation of revisional jurisdiction by PCIT u/s 263 of the Income Tax Act ignoring the order passed u/s 153A of the Income Tax Act as immaterial and irrelevant unjustified.

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